Introduction

Brunel is currently searching for a Corporate Risk Manager for a contract to potentially direct position with our mining client. This role will be a remote position with 50% travel required to mine sites in the U.S. Southwest.

What are you going to do 

DESCRIPTION:We are seeking a dynamic Corporate Risk Manager to lead and drive project risk management across our portfolio of mining projects and operational sites. This strategic role will embed robust governance frameworks, ensure alignment with corporate objectives, and actively engage with project teams to integrate risk practices that support safe and sustainable performance. They will be expected to spend time embedded within project teams on-site, particularly during the early phases of each project, to establish tailored risk processes, build relationships, and ensure risk practices are integrated as early as possible. The ideal candidate will work closely with project teams, executive leadership, and external stakeholders to embed a proactive risk culture and support strategic decision-making.

This contractor position will be embedded within a corporate organization that oversees large-scale mining capital projects (Billion $+). The position will directly report to the Director of Project Controls, and will directly support the Project Managers, Project Controls Managers, and the Project Risk Managers to drive integrated and proactive risk management on projects. The Corporate Risk Manager will be a key enabler of successful project delivery, ensuring risks are identified early, communicated clearly, and managed effectively across all phases of the project lifecycle-from early planning through to construction and handover.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:* Ensure that project risks are identified, assessed, mitigated, and monitored in alignment with corporate objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
* Responsible for ensuring project specific Risk Management Plan and Register are executed per the Corporate Risk Procedures* Lead risk identification, assessment, and mitigation planning for major capital and operational projects.
* Responsible to attend, drive and provide support for all risk events (risk reviews, risk workshops, risk assessments).* Ensure risk events (Risk kick off meetings, Risk Workshops, Risk Reviews) are establish and conducted on a clearly defined timeline.
* Monitor and report on key project risks, trends, and mitigation effectiveness to senior leadership. * Provide support and drive when necessary quantitative and qualitative risk assessments.
* Ensure the engagement of the project team to support a positive risk awareness culture.* Archive project risk registers to support lessons learned.
JOB SCOPE:
* Nature of work: Works on highly complex issues and responsible to implement solutions. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. * Level of interaction: Leads the department with interaction with external piers in various departments, responsible for cross coordination between groups.
* Autonomy/decision making: Works under very limited to no supervision and has latitude to set objectives, priorities, and timelines. * Budgetary responsibility: Has no budgetary responsibility.
* Managerial responsibility: no managerial responsibility.
REQUIREMENTS:* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related fields and twelve (12) years' experience in Project Management, at least ten (10) years of experience in a leadership role in project controls OR
* High School diploma or GED and fifteen (15) years' experience in engineering, construction, project controls or business-related field with at least ten (10) years of experience in a leadership role in project controls * Highly engaging, confident, and persuasive communicator.
* Analytical and strategic thinker with strong business acumen.* Able to work across organizational boundaries and influence at all levels.
* Action-oriented with a hands-on approach to solving problems.* High integrity, with sound judgment and a strong ethical foundation.
* Leadership ability and strong management skills.* Proven experience implementing Risk management across multiple large-scale capital projects and operational assets.
* Strong knowledge of industrial project lifecycles and associated risks (technical, operational, environmental, geopolitical).* Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
* Strong analytical skills. * Ability to multi-task in a high paced project environment.
* Experience with Enablon software tool.* Experience with cost control including project estimating, forecasting and cost management including reporting.
* Experience with heavy industrial capital projects.* Certification in risk management (e.g., IRM, CRM, PMI-RMP) is advantageous.

Essential skills and knowledge 

* MUST be eligible to work in the U.S. for any employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.* Ideal candidate will reside in the U.S. Southwestern states due to significant travel. MUST be willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time.

What we offer

OFFER:As a Brunel contractor, you will be eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision on your first day of employment. 401K match, along with competitive weekly compensation and all travel and accommodations covered by client.

Closing: 05 April 2026

Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-264269

CK

Corporate recruiter

Cindy King

Contact

Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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